Cape Ann Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Essex, MA with a par of 68. It offers 2 tee sets: white/blue (5,844 yards, slope 124, rating 68.4), senior (4,588 yards, slope 109, rating 63.2). The hardest hole is #4, a par 4 playing 311 yards from the first tee.
Cape Ann Golf Course
Essex, MA
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A straightforward opening par 4 with a receptive fairway that allows room for error off the tee. The green is relatively open but benefits from an approach from the proper angle, setting a welcoming tone for the round.

A moderate par 4 playing slightly uphill with a fairly open layout. The fairway provides ample landing area, making this an approachable hole despite its modest length providing little margin for approach shots.

A picturesque par 3 requiring a full iron or hybrid to a well-defined green. The hole's length and potentially exposed positioning make club selection critical, as the green's surroundings offer limited forgiveness.

The course's signature par 4, playing as the #1 handicap hole with significant length and demanding accuracy. A strategic layout with potential hazards and narrow angles make this a true test of shotmaking.

A solid par 4 with a fairway that encourages a controlled drive in a preferred landing zone. The approach into the green requires precision, as the scoring area presents its own challenges.

A short par 4 that plays deceptively straightforward, offering a genuine birdie opportunity for players who navigate its subtle features correctly. The modest yardage belies the precision required for a good score.

A strong par 3 playing to a well-guarded green with character and definition. The hole demands an accurate strike from the tee, with the surrounding terrain and hazards punishing anything but a committed shot.

A dramatic par 4 with significant length variance between tees, featuring a fairway that bends or doglegs through an interesting routing. Strategic positioning off the tee is paramount to setting up a manageable approach.

A mid-length par 4 that plays to its yardage with a straightforward character and accessible design. The hole features a traditional setup where solid drives are rewarded with reasonable approach shots.
A par 4 that begins the back nine with interesting topography, potentially playing uphill or downhill through its routing. The changing elevation and fairway contours add complexity to what appears a moderate-length hole.
A well-proportioned par 4 with strategic depth and bunker placement that influences both tee and approach shots. The hole unfolds with each stroke, rewarding smart positioning throughout.
A testing par 3 of moderate length with a green that requires a quality strike and careful distance control. The hole's positioning and defenses make it a significant mid-nine challenge.
The back nine's most formidable test, playing as the #2 handicap hole with substantial length and exacting demands. Strategic hazards and a well-defended green punish anything but precise execution on both tee and approach.
A moderately challenging par 4 with a fairway that may doglegs or bend through its design, creating strategic interest. The approach demands accuracy into a green protected by its own set of challenges.
A short par 4 playing nearly straight with minimal hazard interference, offering a welcome scoring opportunity. The lack of extreme length makes precision and execution the primary demands of the hole.
A long par 3 that plays a substantial distance and requires a full commitment from the tee. The extra yardage for a one-shotter presents a significant target and elevated difficulty compared to the course's other short holes.
A spectacular par 4 ranking fourth in handicap with dramatic length and a compelling routing that defines the back nine. The hole features meaningful hazards and green complexities that separate solid shots from great ones.
A fitting closing par 4 that balances length with playability, allowing for a finishing flourish without undue peril. The hole's design and green setup provide drama appropriate for the final stroke on the scorecard.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| HCP | 9 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 10 | |||
| white/blue | 342 | 346 | 169 | 414 | 336 | 278 | 197 | 385 | 341 | 2808 | 357 | 379 | 181 | 462 | 346 | 289 | 258 | 410 | 354 | 3036 | 5844 |
| senior | 248 | 274 | 169 | 311 | 262 | 273 | 178 | 253 | 326 | 2294 | 248 | 274 | 169 | 311 | 262 | 273 | 178 | 253 | 326 | 2294 | 4588 |